Research Associate in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

The Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and Propulsion Laboratory in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at University of Virginia is seeking a qualified candidate for a Postdoctoral Research Associate position.

Research in the laboratory focuses on high‑performance computing (HPC) methods in CFD, advanced algorithm development, data assimilation and scientific machine learning. The successful candidate will contribute to the development of advanced numerical algorithms for large‑scale CFD modeling and simulations, including scalable solvers, domain decomposition methods, and data‑driven and physics‑driven learning techniques.

The Postdoctoral Research Associate will work as an algorithm developer within the CFD and Propulsion Laboratory and will be responsible for the development, implementation, and analysis of efficient numerical methods for next‑generation CFD applications on HPC platforms.

• PhD in Mathematics, Statistics, or related field, within 5 years post‑PhD
• Research experience in CFD methods, numerical methods and analysis, stability analysis
• Experience with scalable solvers and domain decomposition methods
• Proficiency in C++ programming and parallel programming
• Knowledge of stochastic partial differential equations (PDEs), stochastic processes and analysis
• Experience in model reduction and surrogate model development
• Knowledge of uncertainty quantification

• Experience in AI/ML
• Experience in supercomputing
• Peer‑reviewed publications in computational mathematics or computational/numerical methods

The anticipated hiring base salary is $53,000. Estimated salary range is $47,500 - $90,000, commensurate with experience.

For more information on the benefits available to Research Associate at UVA, visit hr.virginia.edu/benefits.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non‑discrimination and equal opportunity employment.